I saw recently that a new permit was filed in the transformation of Dinoland into Pueblo Esperanza / Tropical Americas land, and I immediately had to check on my beloved Boneyard (well, Zoe’s beloved, really). Unfortunately, it’s now time to confirm what we expected. The Boneyard will be destroyed and replaced by something entirely different.
Read MoreUniversal Orlando 2-Day Weekend Trip Itinerary
Got a weekend and free and looking for an awesome blend of thrills, fun, and magic (the Wizardry kind, not the Kingdom kind)? Then Universal Orlando Resort might be calling your name. In this post we’ll break down how to make the most of a short visit to Universal Orlando. Read on to get planning your weekend at Universal!
Read MoreDisney World Annual Pass Options Complete Review (2025)
In this post, we review the types of Walt Disney World annual passes—the Incredi-Pass, Sorcerer Pass, Pirate Pass, and Pixie Dust Pass—discuss whether or not a Disney World annual pass is “worth it”, and discuss all the different perks you need to know when considering a Disney annual pass.
Read MoreUniversal Epic Universe Rides Guide (Preview)
Epic Universe opens May 22, 2025. But what can you expect? In this post I outline the main attractions we’re expecting from Universal’s brand new theme park. Since the park isn’t open yet, this is 99% research and 1% commentary. But if you’re looking to just get a quick, organized look at what’s coming next May, you’re in the right spot. Let’s learn about the attractions coming to Universal Epic Universe!
Read MoreWhen Is a Disney Deluxe Resort Worth the Splurge?
To anyone who hasn’t qualified for the Forbes billionaire list, the prices at Disney World’s deluxe resorts are a bit intimidating. Most people are planning to spend the bulk of their trips in the parks, and even those who will set aside a day for leisure might feel that $500 per night over the course of a five night trip just to enjoy a nice poolside afternoon isn’t quite a sensible tradeoff. I’ve got a few rules of thumb for when and why I consider a deluxe resort.
Read MoreHere's How TRON's Standby Queue Has Been Going
TRON Lightcycle Run, at Magic Kingdom, has officially switched from a virtual queue to a traditional standby queue. In this post, we break down our preliminary thoughts on how this impacts your touring strategy at Magic Kingdom. Let’s see what TRON moving to standby means for the most Magical place on Earth!
Read More2025 Epcot Festival of the Arts Guide
The Epcot International Festival of the Arts is a festival event at Epcot typically in January and February featuring specialty food, activities, entertainment, and merchandise. In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the Epcot Festival of the Arts.
Read MoreUniversal Orlando Hotel Perks [Who Gets What in 2025]
When planning a trip to Universal Orlando Resort, one of the important decisions you’ll have to make is whether to stay at a Universal hotel or not. In this post, we’ll discuss the various perks offered to guests of Universal hotels at Universal Orlando Resort. We’ll also include some commentary on how those impact our analysis of the hotels. Read on to learn about the perks of staying at a Universal Orlando hotel!
Read MoreDisney World vs. Universal - Which is better?
In this post we’re going to explain some similarities and differences between two great theme park resorts in Florida—Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. Then I’ll dive into the big questions—Which is better, Universal or Walt Disney World? And yes, I (mostly) give an answer. Read on to learn all about how to decide between these two great destinations!
Read MoreUniversal Orlando's Epic Universe Opens May 22
In this post, we discuss the future opening of Universal Epic Universe, a brand new theme park coming to Universal Orlando Resort. We start by introducing the park before moving onto questions about when it will open and the big question—how should you time your Universal Orlando trips while you await this news. Let’s get to it.
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